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They don't. This is a superstition that has origins in the fact that cats, being inquisitive creatures, often get into scrapes and near-death situations, but usually manage to escape. Cats naturally live to about 18-22 although some can live a great deal longer.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 12y agoLong ago there was a story that said " every time a human died a cat got a extra life and the only number each cat got was 9" so that's why cats get 9 lives.
The info above is wrong, there is 9 specific traits that often saves a cat's life. Those traits are:
1. Claws.
2. They always land on their feet.
3. A cat's nervous system when in a tramatic situation, the blood flows to the brain,mustles, and heart more.(so then they can escape more easily) They feel little-to no pain in this tramatic moment.
4. They can climb up and down anything safely.
5. Their soft bellies soften the impact when hitting the ground.
6. Cats can adapt to almost any area.
7. Cats can run as fast as 22 mph.(It helps when they are running from predetors)
8. When falling, a cat's body would twist, and go into an umbrella shape instantly.(this also softens the fall)
9. Cats are great hunters(this way, if in any area, there will be pray, they can ration 1 mouse/pray for over a week)
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∙ 14y agoThe popular axiom that cats have nine lives is an expression of the observation that they seem remarkably resilient to dangerous situations, particularly with regard to the fact that they are able to land on their feet if they fall. Cats, of course, are as mortal as any other animal.
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∙ 15y agoCats seem to be luck animals, they manage to escape from some very difficult situations.
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∙ 13y agoIt is a popular myth, so impossible to know who started it.
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Where does the phrase nine lives come from?
I'm pretty sure they use that expression because a cat they say has nine lives, but I can't be sure.
Is it true cats have nine live?
Is it true cats have nine lives? Well, they actually don't have nine lives. This is because cats land on their feet whenever they drop and some people believe cats have nine lives is because they are just superstitious about this kind of stuff. Cats are also nocturnal which means they get 8-9 hours of sleep each day. That is also another reason some people think cats have nine lives. Also, the expression "That Cat Has Nine Lives" means that that cat survived something drastic. THE END
How many lives is a cat supposed to have?
The saying is that cats have nine lives owing to their suppleness and swiftness in escaping life threatening situations.
Does any animal have more than nine lives math worksheet?
No animal has more than one life. The old saying about cats is a myth to explain the fact that cats often seem to be able to survive things that would seriously injure or kill other animals.
How many life do cats have?
Cats really only have ONE life. The saying refers to a cats agility and luck in avoiding dangerous situations. When you see a cat fall out of a tree and land on its feet and walk away or dodge a car on the street, the saying is "well, that cat has nine lives".
What is the name for the nine lives cat food?
Nine Lives.
When was The Nine Lives of Fritz the Cat created?
The Nine Lives of Fritz the Cat was created on 1974-06-26.
What are the release dates for The Cat's Nine Lives - 1926?
The Cat's Nine Lives - 1926 was released on: USA: 10 December 1926
How many lives does a cat have in Europe?
9 (nine) lives
Do dogs have nine lives like cat do?
no they do not and cats really do not have nine lives it is just a saying
What is a cat of nine lives?
a bundle of hopikinas!!
how much does a cat coast?
9
What is an example of hyperbole for a cat?
Most cats have nine lives -- my cat had ninety.
How many lives dose a cat allegedly have?
Nine.
Legendary number falls of lives for a cat?
Cats are said to have nine lives.
Is 9lives cat food going out of business?
No. There is a Nine Lives Foundation Animal Shelter that is shuttering. There is no business connection between 9 Lives Cat Food and the Nine Lives Foundation Animal Shelter.
How do cat have nine lives?
It's just a saying. Cats do not have nine lives, just one. That is just a stupid fantasy story.
